“Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba” is a beloved naat in praise of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The title calls out to the Prophet as “Mustafa” (the Chosen One) and “Mujtaba” (the Elected One), two of his most honoured titles. This naat is recited in mosques, at religious gatherings, and in homes across the Muslim world.
Below you will find the complete lyrics in Urdu script, along with English transliteration and translation, plus the meaning and background of this beautiful naat.
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba — Urdu Lyrics
یامصطفیٰ یامجتبیٰ
اے خدا کے محبوب مصطفیٰ
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
میرے دل کا سکون ہے تم ہو
میرے غم کا علاج ہے تم ہو
مجھ کو تیری پناہ چاہیے
میرے آقا تمہارا نام لیا
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
اے خدا کے محبوب مصطفیٰ
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
تم ہو رحمت دو جہاں کے لیے
تم ہو نورِ خدا کا جلوہ گری
تم ہی سب سے مکیں و مدنی
تم ہی شافع ہو امت کے لیے
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
اے خدا کے محبوب مصطفیٰ
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
دل میں ہے شوق مدینہ کا
آنکھوں میں ہے خواب حرم کا
مجھ کو لے چل مدینے جا کے
ایک بار دیدار کرا دے ساقی
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
اے خدا کے محبوب مصطفیٰ
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
تیرے در پر آیا ہوں میں
تیرے صدقے میں نے سب کھویا
دے دے اک نظر کرم کی مجھ پر
میری بخشش کا ذریعہ بنا
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
اے خدا کے محبوب مصطفیٰ
یا مصطفیٰ یا مجتبیٰ
English Transliteration
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Aye Khuda Ke Mahboob Mustafa
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Mere Dil Ka Sukoon Hai Tum Ho
Mere Gham Ka Ilaaj Hai Tum Ho
Mujh Ko Teri Panah Chahiye
Mere Aaqa Tumhara Naam Liya
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Aye Khuda Ke Mahboob Mustafa
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Tum Ho Rehmat Do Jahan Ke Liye
Tum Ho Noor-e-Khuda Ka Jalwa Gari
Tum Hi Sabse Makki o Madani
Tum Hi Shafi’e Ho Ummat Ke Liye
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Aye Khuda Ke Mahboob Mustafa
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Dil Mein Hai Shauq Madina Ka
Ankhon Mein Hai Khwab Haram Ka
Mujh Ko Le Chal Madine Ja Ke
Ek Baar Deedar Kara De Saqi
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Aye Khuda Ke Mahboob Mustafa
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Tere Dar Par Aaya Hoon Main
Tere Sadqe Mein Ne Sab Khoya
De De Ek Nazar Karam Ki Mujh Par
Meri Bakhshish Ka Zariya Bana
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
Aye Khuda Ke Mahboob Mustafa
Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba
English Translation
Verse 1
O Mustafa, O Mujtaba —
O beloved of God, Mustafa
O Mustafa, O Mujtaba
You are the peace of my heart
You are the cure for my sorrows
I need your protection
My master, I have taken your name
Verse 2
You are mercy for both worlds
You are the manifestation of God’s light
You are the one honoured in Makkah and Madinah
You are the intercessor for the Ummah
Verse 3
My heart longs for Madinah
My eyes dream of the Haram (sacred sanctuary)
Take me to Madinah
Let me once behold the blessed sight
Verse 4
I have come to your doorstep
I have lost everything in your devotion
Cast one merciful glance upon me
Be the means of my forgiveness
Meaning and Background
The titles “Mustafa” (the Chosen One) and “Mujtaba” (the Elected One) are among the many names of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). These names reflect his unique status as God’s chosen messenger and the final prophet in Islam.
This naat expresses deep love and devotion for the Prophet. Each verse reflects a different aspect of the believer’s relationship with him: seeking peace from worldly troubles, acknowledging his role as mercy for all creation, longing to visit his city of Madinah, and ultimately hoping for his intercession and forgiveness.
The line “Tum Ho Rehmat Do Jahan Ke Liye” references the Quranic verse where Allah says about the Prophet: “We have not sent you except as a mercy to the worlds” (Surah Al-Anbiya, 21:107). This is a central belief in Islam — that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was sent as a mercy not just for humans, but for all of creation.
The longing for Madinah expressed in the third verse is a common theme in Islamic poetry. Madinah is the city where the Prophet migrated to and where his blessed resting place is located. Visiting his mosque and offering greetings at his tomb is a deeply spiritual experience for Muslims.
This naat is often recited during gatherings, especially on Fridays and during the month of Rabi-ul-Awwal, when Muslims commemorate the Prophet’s birth. Many famous naat khawans have performed this piece, and it remains popular across South Asia and beyond.
Why ‘Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba’ is So Beloved
Several factors make this naat a favourite among reciters and listeners:
- Simple yet powerful lyrics — the words are easy to remember while carrying deep spiritual meaning.
- Universal appeal — the themes of love, longing, and hope for intercession resonate with all Muslims.
- Melodic structure — the repeating chorus makes it easy to join in and creates a meditative rhythm.
- Emotional depth — the verses express sincere devotion that moves both reciters and listeners.
About the Poet
“Ya Mustafa Ya Mujtaba” is a traditional naat, and its exact origins are not well documented. Like many classical naats, it has been passed down through generations of oral tradition. Various naat reciters have popularised different versions of the lyrics, which is common in the naat tradition.
The naat tradition itself dates back to the time of the Prophet (peace be upon him), when companion poets like Hassan ibn Thabit recited poetry in his praise. Today, naats continue to be an important form of Islamic devotion and artistic expression.
May this naat bring peace to your heart and draw you closer to the love of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).